Carbide Distortion
By Catalinbread
A three-band-boosted distortion built around the classic Boss HM-2 'chainsaw' downtuned metal sound.
About this pedal
Carbide starts from the maxed-out HM-2 chainsaw sound associated with downtuned metal, splitting the signal into a dedicated clean-boost path and a distortion path that mix in parallel, plus an Emphasis control that tightens the low end so the boosted frequency bands cut through.
Quick answers
- How much does the Carbide Distortion cost?
- Catalinbread lists it at $189.99 (USD). Dealer and used prices vary.
- Is the Carbide Distortion still available?
- No. Catalinbread has discontinued it, so used listings are the way to find one.
- Who makes the Carbide Distortion?
- Catalinbread, building gear since 2003. Where it's built: Built by hand, one by one, at Catalinbread's shop in Portland, Oregon, where the company has been since 2006. It's listed here as a distortion pedal.
- What warranty does Catalinbread offer?
- 3-year parts and labor warranty to the original owner with proof of purchase from an authorized dealer. Misuse, neglect and cosmetic damage are not covered, and shipping costs are excluded. Discontinued pedals get simple repairs only, case by case. Standard repair time is about 3 weeks.